About Us
At Advanced Gastroenterology, we are committed to providing the highest quality of care to our patients in the full spectrum of digestive diseases and disorders. We recognize that digestive diseases impact daily activities and the quality of life therefore our focus is not only on the immediate treatment of our patients but their long-term health and well-being including diet and lifestyle changes.
We believe deeply that each patient is a unique individual deserving of care and dignity. We encourage our patients to participate in their care and communicate with us to continually increase their quality of life.
Our Mission
Our mission is to provide the highest quality care with compassion, respect and skills to patients with digestive diseases to enhance their quality of life.
Our Physicians
Our Board Certified gastroenterologist, Dr. Raza Hamdani, is dedicated to providing the highest quality of personalized care and attention to each and every patient using the latest leading edge diagnosis, technique and medical treatment. Dr. Hamdani looks forward to meeting you and serving your medical needs by providing you with the highest quality of medical care.
To better serve the communities of DuPage, DeKalb, Kane, Kendall and surrounding communities, Advanced Gastroenterology is affiliated with the following hospitals:
- Provena Mercy Medical Center, Aurora, IL
- Rush-Copley Medical Center, Aurora, IL
- Valley West Community Hospital, Sandwich, IL
- Kishwaukee Community Hospital, DeKalb, IL
Raza Hamdani, M.D.
 |
“I founded Advanced Gastroenterology to provide the highest level of gastroenterology and hepatology services to the communities of DuPage, DeKalb, Kane, Kendall and surrounding counties. I am driven by excellence and the genuine care of our patients. I consider each and every patient deserving of the highest level of care possible and I'm committed to bringing excellence, compassion and integrity to all our patients".
|
Dr. Hamdani is Board Certified in Gastroenterology and Hepatology.
Dr. Hamdani followed in his father's footsteps to become a physician. He received his M.D. degree from the College of Medicine, University of Lagos, after six years of training and instruction. In 1985, he completed a three-year residency in Internal Medicine at the Cook County Hospital in Chicago, where he also served as the Chief Medical Resident. Dr. Hamdani began his specialty training in Digestive Diseases at the Yale University, New Haven, Connecticut, and served as a Post Doctoral Fellow. He went on to train at the University of Pittsburgh and obtained his Board Certification in Critical Care in 1991. Dr. Hamdani completed his training at the University of Iowa with a three-year fellowship in Gastroenterology and obtained his Board Certification in Digestive Diseases in 1995.
Upon completion of his training, Dr. Hamdani started practicing medicine in Illinois where he served at the Loyola University Medical Center as an Assistant Professor of Medicine. He helped launch the liver transplant program and performed research in artificial liver devices to help patients with liver failure. His work resulted in the establishment of a dedicated intensive care service for patients with liver diseases, one of a handful in the United States.
Dr. Hamdani has conducted extensive research in Digestive Diseases and his work has been presented in national and international scientific meetings. He has been a reviewer for various scientific journals and has authored several chapters in scientific textbooks, including the authoritative textbook on Liver Transplantation. He has also published several scientific research articles in the field of Digestive Diseases. In recognition for his contributions to the field of Digestive Disease, Dr. Hamdani was awarded a national award of excellence in scientific research.
Prior to starting Advanced Gastroenterology, Dr. Hamdani served as the Associate Director of Liver Diseases and Liver Transplantation at the Southern New Jersey Regional Transplantation Center. He led the program to national certification with over a 90% survival rate. He also established the liver transplantation fellowship training program for doctors at the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey.
Dr. Hamdani has now been in private practice for more than 10 years and is dedicated to the care of patients with Digestive Diseases. He is focused on the care of patients with acid reflux, peptic ulcer disease, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), colon cancer and gastrointestinal endoscopy. He has performed over 7,000 endoscopic procedures and is specialized in the care of very sick patients with Digestive Diseases. Dr. Hamdani currently serves as an Assistant Professor at the University of Illinois College of Medicine.
Dr. Hamdani followed his father, who had served as a doctor under a United Nations medical program, into the medical field. His career which started in Chicago, has taken him to several major U.S. cities and in the past four years, it has taken him back to Illinois serving the needs of the west Chicagoland communities. He and his wife enjoy spending time together pursuing good reads, great food and inspiring travels in their free time.
Board Certifications
- Gastroenterology, Board Certified 1996, 2007
- Internal Medicine, Board Certified 1989
- Critical Care, Board Certified 1992
Education and Training
- M.D., College of Medicine, University of Lagos, 1982
- Residency - Chief Medical Resident, Internal Medicine, Cook County Hospital, Chicago, IL,1988
- Fellowship - Digestive Diseases, Yale University, New Haven, CT, 1989
- Fellowship - Critical Care, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA, 1991
- Fellowship - Gastroenterology, University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA, 1995
Prior Appointments
- Assistant Professor of Medicine, Gastroenterology, Loyola University Medical Center, Maywood, IL
- Associate Director Liver Transplantation Southern New Jersey Regional Transplant Center, Haddonfield, NJ
- Attending Gastroenterologist, Southcoast Medical Group, Savannah, GA
Hospital Affiliations
- Provena Mercy Medical Center, Aurora, IL
- Rush-Copley Medical Center, Aurora, IL
- Valley West Community Hospital, Sandwich, IL
- Kishwaukee Community Hospital, DeKalb, IL
List of Publications